EV Component Suppliers in France

ACOME is a major French industrial cooperative specializing in high-tech cables and wiring systems for automotive, telecom, and infrastructure. Founded in 1932, ACOME is France’s largest employee-owned company (SCOP). In the automotive arena, ACOME supplies a broad range of advanced vehicle cables, including low-voltage harnesses and high-voltage power cables for hybrid & electric vehicles. Notably, ACOME developed proprietary technologies like the E-Layer insulation and ultra-flexible HV cables to meet the stringent performance needs of EVs. The group operates globally with production sites in France, China, Brazil, and Morocco, and employs ~2,600 people. Its main European campus in Normandy is a 43-hectare integrated cable production site (one of the largest in Europe). ACOME’s innovation-driven culture (holding numerous patents such as Nanomodule optical fiber technology) and commitment to quality make it a key supplier enabling electric mobility, connected cars, and autonomous vehicle technologies.

Aluminium France stands as Europe's premier aluminum solutions provider with over six decades of expertise in advanced aluminum processing, extrusion, and fabrication, serving diverse industries from automotive to aerospace with cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and unmatched quality standards that make us the trusted partner for companies seeking reliable, innovative aluminum solutions backed by French engineering excellence and European manufacturing precision.

Saft is a French battery company with over 100 years of experience, now a subsidiary of TotalEnergies. Saft designs and manufactures high-tech battery systems for industry, transportation, and defense, and has emerged as a key player in e-mobility. In the EV sector, Saft (through joint venture ACC) is helping develop and produce lithium-ion batteries for electric cars in Europe. Saft’s product portfolio spans advanced lithium-ion cells (including NMC and LFP chemistries) for buses, rail, aviation and specialty EVs, as well as nickel-based batteries known for robustness. Headquartered near Paris, Saft runs R&D and production across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company prides itself on quality and reliability in demanding applications – from satellites to submarines – and brings that expertise to EV batteries. With strong backing from TotalEnergies and strategic partnerships, Saft is contributing to Europe’s battery independence and the global shift to clean transportation.

Le Bélier is a global leader in the design and production of aluminum components for the automotive industry, with over 60 years of experience in precision casting technologies. Acquired by Guangdong Wencan Die Casting Co. in 2020, they combine French engineering excellence with global manufacturing capabilities to deliver sophisticated chassis, powertrain, and braking system components. Le Béliers comprehensive expertise spans low-pressure die casting, gravity die casting, and sand casting processes complemented by advanced machining and assembly operations. Their international manufacturing network across Europe, Asia, and North America enables local support with global quality standards. Le Béliers technical leadership in lightweight solutions and functional integration helps automotive OEMs reduce vehicle weight, improve fuel efficiency, and enhance performance. Their commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable development has established Le Bélier as a preferred partner for complex aluminum components that meet increasingly stringent technical and environmental requirements in the mobility sector.

Arkema is a global leader in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, offering innovative solutions for various industries, including automotive. They focus on high-performance materials, adhesives, and coatings tailored for lightweight, sustainable EV systems.

R.Bourgeois is a historic French company (est.1929, 500–1000 emp.) and global leader in rotor/stator laminations. They perform high-precision stamping of silicon-steel lamination packs for motors and generators. Serving automotive and industrial markets, R.Bourgeois emphasizes advanced engineering and reliability in both toolmaking and mass production.

Forsee Power is a French manufacturer of smart lithium-ion battery systems for electric buses, off-highway vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and trains. Founded in 2011, Forsee has become a key battery supplier in Europe’s sustainable transport sector. The company offers a range of modular battery platforms (Zen, Pulse, Flex) to meet different needs: high-energy packs for long-range buses, high-power packs for fast opportunity charging, and compact packs for smaller vehicles. Forsee designs and assembles its battery systems in France and also has a facility in Poland, ensuring local supply. Their systems include sophisticated BMS and thermal management, and Forsee provides telematics for remote monitoring of battery health. With numerous e-bus manufacturers as clients (like CNH—Iveco, Alstom, Wrightbus), Forsee’s batteries are proven on thousands of vehicles. The company emphasizes safety (achieving UN/ECE R100 and other certifications) and second-life reuse of batteries. As cities worldwide adopt zero-emission buses and equipment, Forsee Power leverages its engineering and integration expertise to deliver turnkey battery solutions that enable reliable, efficient electric mobility.

Cronite is a global leader in heat treatment furnace equipment, known for its advanced nickel-chromium steel alloys. These alloys offer exceptional thermal-shock resistance, enabling high reliability and efficiency in furnace operations by maximizing load capacity and ensuring optimal gas circulation. Cronite's materials also provide high-temperature resistance, making them essential across industries such as waste incineration, petrochemicals, cement, iron, steel, and glass, as well as in power plants adapting to stricter pollution controls. Additionally, Cronite excels in dimensional stability at high temperatures, supporting high-precision applications like composite molding in the aeronautics industry, where stable, high-temp tooling is critical for part accuracy.

Automotive Cells Company (ACC) is a European EV battery venture created by Stellantis, TotalEnergies/Saft, and Mercedes-Benz to drive Europe’s battery sovereignty. Founded in 2020, ACC is building cutting-edge gigafactories in France, Germany, and Italy to supply next-generation lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. ACC leverages Saft’s deep battery expertise and the automotive know-how of its shareholders to develop high-performance NMC cells with a focus on cost, energy density, and sustainability. Headquartered in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, ACC is rapidly scaling – its first plant in France (Douvrin) commenced production, with others to follow, targeting a combined capacity of 120 GWh by 2030. ACC emphasizes using renewable energy and recycled materials to minimize environmental impact. By uniting industry leaders, ACC aims to deliver reliable, world-class batteries to European automakers, accelerating the transition to cleaner mobility.

Verkor is a French battery startup on a mission to manufacture low-carbon, high-performance batteries in Europe. Founded in 2020 and based in Grenoble, Verkor is backed by major industry partners (like Renault) and is constructing a Gigafactory in Dunkirk, France. Verkor focuses on large-format NMC lithium-ion cells for electric vehicles and energy storage, emphasizing clean energy use and European supply chains to reduce CO₂ footprint. The company has developed an R&D innovation center (Verkor Innovation Centre) where it prototypes and perfects its cell technology. By 2025, Verkor’s first production lines will deliver batteries for Renault’s EVs and other clients, with an initial capacity of 16 GWh scaling up thereafter. Agile and sustainability-driven, Verkor aims to bolster Europe’s battery independence with quality, competitively priced cells produced with French and European expertise and renewable power.

SADEV is a French manufacturer of elite racing transmission systems, designing and producing gearboxes, transaxles, and differentials for high-performance and competition vehicles since 1974. With around 200 employees and a passion for motorsport, SADEV has become a world leader in racing gearboxes, supplying sequential transmissions and drivetrain components to rally, rallycross, touring car, Formula E, and off-road racing teams globally. The company’s vertically integrated operations in Saint-Prouant, France include advanced gear design, precision machining, heat treatment, and assembly, allowing SADEV to maintain complete control over product quality and performance. Each SADEV transmission is built as an “individual masterpiece,” engineered for maximum reliability under extreme conditions and refined through decades of racing expertise. The ISO 9001-certified firm partners closely with customers to develop tailored solutions, and its commitment to innovation keeps it at the forefront of competition technology. For buyers, SADEV offers uncompromising excellence – delivering cutting-edge transmission products that have proven themselves with numerous world championship titles and are supported by a global network of professional distributors.

A pan-European network of gear manufacturers. Founded 1999, with 48 facilities and ~490 employees across 5 countries. Specialises in custom precision gears and sub-assemblies for automotive drivetrains, offering engineering and machining services.

A leading designer and producer of automatic transmissions and transmission components for automotive OEMs. PUNCH Powerglide, a division of PUNCH Group, specializes in 6-speed ATs, CVTs, and hybrid/EV transmissions. With over 50 years of expertise, its Strasbourg facility produces high-volume transmission gears and assemblies, leveraging advanced machining and assembly automation. IATF 16949 certified, PUNCH is a key supplier to global automakers, known for innovative driveline solutions and sustainability focus.